The Pledge To Fitness® Method is more than a workout routine—it’s a comprehensive system designed to deliver lasting results. At Pledge To Fitness®, we combine personal training, nutrition, massage therapy, and ongoing support into one cohesive approach to wellness. In this conversation, our founder Andres Loperena shares how The Pledge To Fitness® Method was built, what makes our fitness team unique, and how our methodology lays the groundwork for a well-rounded, sustainable path to health and fitness.
Q: First off, Andres, can you explain what the Pledge To Fitness® Method is?
Andres: The Pledge System™ represents the core of our fitness method wherever we train. It involves four elements. The first element is personal training, similar to the Optimum Performance Training Model used by the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) for many years. However, our approach is specifically tailored for everyday people aiming to get fit. In addition to training, our holistic approach to wellness encompasses three additional pillars: nutrition, massage therapy, and continuous follow-up. This ongoing support is achieved by actively listening to our clients and tracking their progress with regular 3-D body scans.
Q: Can you tell us more about the exercise component of Pledge To Fitness® Method?
Andres: Our customized workout programs guide clients through phases—stability, endurance, hypertrophy (volume-building), and strength—in a process known as periodization training. By consistently varying workout variables like intensity and duration, research shows that you can achieve greater gains while minimizing injury risks.
Q: What does each stage involve?
Andres: First, “stability” might sound like it’s about not tipping over, but it actually refers to enhancing the body’s ability to react under stress and maintain joint alignment for clean repetitions during workouts. If your knees wobble during a squat, it indicates a lack of joint stability. This phase is foundational for building strength and rehabilitating old injuries.
“Endurance” is more straightforward—it’s about increasing muscles’ ability to sustain effort over time. As we transition to hypertrophy training, we reduce the number of reps or set durations while increasing the load and rest periods. This phase focuses on breaking down and building up new, larger muscles.
Finally, “strength training” utilizes those new muscles, making them stronger or more capable of producing force through resistance training, such as free weights, machines, or body weight exercises.
Q:What is the workout setup like at Pledge To Fitness Studio in Houston?
Andres: We use a pod system in our gym to organize activities. These are 250-square-foot areas with optional privacy screens. When a client arrives, their Pledge Coach™ will lead them through one or two pods equipped with all the necessary equipment for that workout. Massages and nutrition consultations also take place in pods. This setup respects clients’ time while fostering a sense of community, allowing interaction with other clients and trainers.
Q: How do nutrition and massage therapy integrate into your fitness method?
Andres: They’re incredibly important! As the saying goes, “muscles are made in the kitchen.” You can’t achieve optimal health without proper nutrition. Our professional nutrition coaching helps clients adopt sustainable healthy eating habits. Massage therapy is crucial for recovery, correcting muscle imbalances, and preventing injuries. Plus, who doesn’t enjoy a good massage?
You’ve talked a lot about integration—how does a well-rounded approach to fitness and health actually work at Pledge To Fitness®?
Andres: Great question. At Pledge To Fitness®, we don’t view fitness in silos. Your workouts, recovery, and nutrition all work together—and so does our team. Our comprehensive approach is powered by a well-rounded fitness team that includes personal trainers, massage therapists, and nutrition coaches. They collaborate on each client’s plan to ensure that every element of your wellness journey is aligned with your goals. It’s this integration that helps our clients build lasting habits and achieve sustainable results.
Q: So it’s more than just working out—what kind of impact does that have on client results?
Andres: Absolutely. When training is supported by proper recovery and nutrition, clients feel better, stay consistent, and avoid burnout or injury. We’ve seen it time and again—those who follow the full Pledge To Fitness® Method make faster progress and are more likely to maintain their results long-term. That’s the strength of a holistic fitness method—one that treats health as a whole, not just a series of reps.
Q: Can you share some of your clients’ success fitness stories with your readers?
Andres: Sure. One couple stays motivated by tying fitness to their love of travel and staying active. They’ve blended their goals with their lifestyle beautifully. Another client—a mom of two and full-time professional—went from constant pain to accountability, consistency, and feeling fantastic. And we have long-time members who’ve been with us since 2014. Our high retention rate speaks volumes about how we build lasting relationships.You can read more stories like these in our Client Success Stories section
Q: Any final thoughts for someone considering working with Pledge To Fitness®?
Andres: At Pledge To Fitness®, our mission is to provide a truly personalized path to fitness and wellness. Whether you’re just starting or want to break through a plateau, our integrated approach—training, nutrition, massage, and ongoing support—is here to help you succeed and maintain your results. We’re not just your trainers—we’re your team. The Pledge To Fitness® Method is all about sustainable transformation through collaboration, support, and expert guidance.
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